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100 Yuan Compass; Gold Bullion
1992 yearGold (.999) | 31.1 g | 32 mm |
Issuer | People's Republic of China |
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Period | People's Republic (1949-date) |
Type | Non-circulating coin |
Year | 1992 |
Value | 100 Yuan (100元, 壹佰圆) 100 CNY = USD 14 |
Currency | Second Rénmínbì (1955-date) |
Composition | Gold (.999) |
Weight | 31.1 g |
Diameter | 32 mm |
Shape | Round |
Technique | Milled |
Updated | 2024-10-04 |
Numista | N#29725 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lettering:
指南针
公元前(BC)
四世纪
100元
Interesting fact
The 1992 100 Yuan (Compass; Gold Bullion) coin from the People's Republic of China is made of 99.9% gold and has a unique feature - it has a compass etched onto its surface. This design element not only adds aesthetic value but also symbolizes the ancient Chinese saying, "The compass guides the way." This coin's design, which combines traditional Chinese culture with modern technology, makes it a highly sought-after collectible among numismatists and gold investors.